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The Cost of Travelling to Niue + How to Plan a Budget for Niue

How much does it cost to travel in Niue? Since everyone has their own style of travel, from how they eat to what activities they do, it would be pointless to just state a price… In this guide, we list as many typical expenses you’re likely to encounter as possible in Niue, so you can pick and choose what prices would apply to your holiday so you can plan your budget accordingly. Note that prices are approximate and may change.

For more tips for your holiday, check out the 31 Tips for Travelling in Niue. Plus, if you’re on a tight budget, you might like The Travel Guide to Niue on a Budget.

Niue Travel Budget Examples

We can’t stress enough how everyone’s budget will be different for a trip to Niue. That’s why we strongly encourage you to look at the prices in the below guide to determine what prices apply to your trip so that you can budget more accurately. Nevertheless, because we know that many of you like the average cost of a trip to Niue, we have put together three examples of a Niue travel budget.

The Daily Cost of a Trip to Niue

Here are a few averages for a daily budget for Niue. This includes accommodationfood and transport and takes into account that you might do one activity each day. This does not include flights or anything else not previously mentioned. Each price is per person per day.

  • Budget daily budget: NZ$225
  • Mid-range daily budget: NZ$465
  • Luxury daily budget: NZ$890+

How much does it cost to go to Niue for one week?

Budget trip – NZ$1,575, Mid-range trip – NZ$3,255, Luxury trip – NZ$6,230.

How much does it cost to go to Niue for 10 days?

Budget trip – NZ$2,250, Mid-range trip – NZ$4,650, Luxury trip – NZ$8,900.

How much does it cost to go to Niue for two weeks?

Budget trip – NZ$3,150, Mid-range trip – NZ$6,510, Luxury trip – NZ$12,460.

For more budget advice, take a look at How Much Spending Money Do You Need for Niue? Plus, see the best way to pay your way in What is the Best Way to Pay in Niue?

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Typical Costs Before You Arrive in Niue

There are a few things to think about purchasing in preparation for your trip, from the essential flight ticket to the optional travel insurance.

The Cost of Flights to Niue

Jetting off to any holiday destination has its expenses, from flights to visas. If you are taking a direct flight from Auckland to Niue, approximate flight prices are:

  • Flight to Niue economy seat and bag/person – NZ$208-$418
  • Flight from Niue economy seat and bag/person – NZ$446-$584.

There is a huge number of connecting flights to Auckland, so see How to Book a Cheap Flight to Niue for advice on cutting the flight costs for those.

The Cost of Visas for Niue

As for visas, most visitors to Niue do not need to pay for a visa to enter Niue for holiday purposes. Some nationalities, however, may have to pay for a Visa Waiver.

  • Tourist Visa – NZ$0-$27.

See Do You Need a Visa to Visit Niue? for more details.

The Cost of Items to Pack for Niue

You might want to consider making a few purchases for your Niue getaway, including essentials like reef-safe sunscreen, reef shoes, snorkelling gear and more. Check out The Complete Packing List for Niue for advice.

Finally, you will need to book accommodation in Niue before you arrive, as it is a condition for your entry into Niue. See more information on accommodation costs in the section below.

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The Cost of Accommodation in Niue

From budget guesthouses to a four-star resort, there is a wide range of accommodation styles available on the island of Niue. Browse The 30 Best Accommodations in Niue to get more information on all of Niue’s best stays. It’s always a good idea to compare accommodation inclusions, as some accommodations might be more expensive but may include airport transfers, breakfast, bike hire, car hire and more.

Accommodation Prices in Niue

Take a look at Where to Stay in Niue: The Best Accommodations in Niue to start finding a place to stay categorised by budget.

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The Cost of Food in Niue

Whether you decide to eat out at Niue’s small but fantastic range of restaurants or save a bit extra by making the most of your accommodation’s self-catering facilities, you’ll be able to plan your food budget for Niue with this list of typical food prices. Get advice on Where to Buy Food in Niue here.

Restaurant Prices in Niue

  • Main breakfast meal – NZ$9-$28
  • Main lunch meal – NZ$10-$28
  • Main dinner meal – NZ$20-$43
  • Niuean buffet – NZ$65-$80/adult, NZ$30-$45/12-15 child, NZ$20-$45/3-6 child
  • Small coffee – NZ$4.50-$5
  • Can of beer – NZ$4-$6
  • Bottle of beer – NZ$8-$10
  • Glass of wine – NZ$7-$12
  • Bottle of wine – NZ$25-$46
  • Cocktail – NZ$14-$18
  • Smoothie – NZ$10
  • Soft drink – NZ$4-$6
  • Drinking coconut – NZ$4-$7

Supermarket Food Prices in Niue

  • 1.5 l (50 fl. oz) box of milk – NZ$2.90
  • 1.5 l (50 fl. oz) box of almond milk – NZ$5.60-$6
  • 12 eggs – NZ$12-$12.50
  • 1 kg (2.2 lbs) rice – NZ$5.80-$7
  • 500 g (1.1 lbs) pasta – NZ$4.20-$4.50
  • A loaf of sliced bread – NZ$5
  • 500 g (1.1 lbs) cheese – NZ$20
  • 100 g (3 oz) dry freeze coffee – NZ$9.90-$16.90
  • Bag of chips – NZ$5-$7.50
  • Can of coke – NZ$2.50
  • Box of cereal – NZ$8
  • 500 g (1.1 lbs) jam – NZ$6-$8
  • 120 g (4.4 oz) baby food – NZ$4-$4.80
  • 100 tea bags – $7.70-$8.20
  • 1 l (33.8 fl. oz) bottled water – NZ$1.80
  • Beer – NZ$25-$30/12 pk, $48.50-$60/24 pk
  • Bottle of Wine – $15-$30
  • 1 kg (2.2 lbs) of apples – NZ$7-$15
  • Bunch of bananas – NZ$3-$9 (depending on the size)
  • 1 kg (2.2 lbs) of oranges– NZ$10.50
  • Pineapple – NZ$5-$14 (depending on the size)
  • 1 kg (2.2 lbs) of tomatoes – NZ$15
  • 1 kg (2.2 lbs) of onions – NZ$6
  • 1 kg (2.2 lbs) of potatoes – NZ$7.50
  • 1 kg (2.2 lbs) of chicken – NZ$20-$28
  • 1 kg (2.2 lbs) of beef mince – NZ$26
  • 1 kg (2.2 lbs) of pork – NZ$24
  • 1 kg (2.2 lbs) of lamb – NZ$35
  • 500 g (1.1 lbs) of sausages – NZ$10.

Find out more about typical food prices in Niue in What is the Cost of Food in Niue?

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The Cost of Activities in Niue

Of course, you’re going to want to do stuff while you’re on “The Rock of the Pacific”. Niue is full of amazing land and water experiences, from life-changing whale swimming to unique coconut crab tours. See if you can afford your bucket list activities with this list of Niue activity prices (plus, check out what there is to do in the 101 Things to Do in Niue: The Ultimate List).

Land Activity Prices in Niue

Water Activity Prices in Niue

Free Activities

A trip to Niue also has plenty of attractions and activities to enjoy free of charge! For activities that you can enjoy 100% free, check out the 10 Free & Cheap Things to Do in Niue!

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The Cost of Transport in Niue

Unlike other South Pacific Islands, Niue doesn’t have expensive overwater travel costs being just one island. In fact, the offering of transport on the island is limited but affordable. While car rental is the most popular option, it comes with associated costs like the Niue Driver’s License and fuel. See typical prices below and more information on your transport options in the 10 Ways to Get to (& Around) Niue.

Transport Prices in Niue

The cost of transport is also included in each of our guides to specific transportation methods, such as The Cost of Renting a Car in Niue: Full Car Rental Cost Breakdown and Where to Rent Bikes in Niue.

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The Cost of WiFi, SIM Cards, Credit Card Fees, Toiletries etc.

And for those miscellaneous costs, including phones, WiFi, credit card transaction fees, laundry services and toiletries, here are a few approximate costs that may or may not apply to your holiday.

Phone and Internet Prices

Overseas Bank Card Fee

Laundry

  • Laundry/machine cycle- NZ$0-$5

Toiletries and Pharmaceuticals

  • Deodorant – NZ$8.20
  • Shampoo – $16-$25/350 ml, $6/100 ml, $17/shampoo bar
  • Toothpaste – NZ$9-$16
  • Sunscreen (500 ml/16.9 fl. oz) – NZ$20.50
  • Insect repellent – NZ$12.50
  • Tampons (32 pk) – NZ$7-$14
  • Sanitary towels/pads – NZ$4-$5
  • Nappies/diapers (12 pk) – NZ$11.20.
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So, Is Niue Expensive or Cheap to Visit?

Niue can be enjoyed on a tight budget, mainly due to many of the highlights being free to visit, but there are certainly opportunities to splurge if you want to.

Niue is marginally more expensive than New Zealand and Australia in terms of food, fuel and accommodation but similar in terms of accommodations, tours and activities.

More About the Cost of Travelling in Niue

That’s it for our Niue travel budget guide and the cost of a trip to Niue. For more money tips, take a look at the following articles:

Finally, for more budgeting tips, take a look at The Travel Guide to Niue on a Budget.

Author

Robin C.

This article was reviewed and published by Robin, the co-founder of Niue Pocket Guide. He has lived, worked and travelled across 16 different countries before settling in the South Pacific, so he knows a thing or two about planning the perfect trip in this corner of the world. He is also consulting regularly with Niue Tourism to ensure content accuracy. Robin is also the co-founder of several other South Pacific travel guides and is a regular host of webinars with the South Pacific Tourism Organisation.

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